Luke 12:40

Chinese Bible 1941 (Traditional) (亨理－鄭壽麟《國語新舊庫譯本－新約全書》)

你們也要豫備，因為你們想不到的時候，人子就來了。

这是什么意思？

This verse from Luke says that we should always be prepared because Jesus could come back at any unexpected time. It's a reminder to stay alert and ready for his return.

儿童解释

Imagine you're waiting for your friend who said they'd visit, but didn't give you an exact time. You wouldn't want them to come when you weren't ready or expecting it. Jesus is saying the same thing: be ready at all times!

历史背景

This verse was written by Luke, a doctor and historian, around 60-80 AD. It's part of his gospel aimed at Gentile (non-Jewish) Christians living in a Greco-Roman world, emphasizing Jesus' teachings on preparedness for his second coming.

今日应用

Imagine you're expecting an important job interview but don't know the exact time or date. You'll prepare ahead, researching and practicing, so that no matter when it happens, you're ready to impress. Similarly, we should be spiritually prepared because Jesus could return at any moment.

主题

• preparedness
• second coming
• faithfulness
• watchfulness
• spiritual readiness
• expectancy

相关经文

• Matthew 24:44
• 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3
• Mark 13:33
• Revelation 3:3
• Deuteronomy 19:15

常见问题

Why is it important to be ready for the second coming of Jesus?

Being spiritually ready ensures that when Christ returns, you are in a right relationship with him and prepared for eternal life.

What does 'Son of man' refer to in this verse?

'Son of man' is a title used by Jesus to refer to himself. It emphasizes his humanity and the role he plays as the Messiah, the one who will come again.

How can we practically prepare for something that happens unexpectedly?

We can focus on living righteous lives, studying God's word daily, praying consistently, and being involved in community service. These actions help us stay spiritually alert and ready for any eventuality.

What does it mean to be 'ready' as mentioned in Luke 12:40?

Being ready involves having a clear conscience, living according to God's teachings, being committed to following Jesus, and actively preparing oneself spiritually for his return.